Ayla Pene

Ayla joined the firm in 2012 as a junior technician and was part way through her studies. She completed her Bachelor of Accountancy in 2013 and became a Chartered Accountant in 2018.

Ayla has advanced progressively over the years doing more and more complex work, taking on more responsibilities from training and supporting staff, complex tax work, audit, building client relationships and increasing her profile in the business community. Ayla was promoted to Manager in May 2019,  Associate in March 2022, and partner in January 2023.

Ayla grew up in the Far North and enjoys raising her young family here.

Email: Ayla.Pene@pkffn.co.nz

Kayla Dean

Kayla joined the firm in November 2009 after returning from Auckland University part way through a Science Degree. She completed her Bachelor of Accountancy with Massey University in 2017 and became a Chartered Accountant in 2021.  Kayla progressed quickly to a senior technician role and then became a Manager in 2023. Kayla's strength is training and supporting staff members and working with complex businesses and Audit clients. Kayla cares about her clients and has built strong relationships helping them succeed in business. Early 2024 Kayla became an Associate.

The professional work Kayla is engaged in includes:

• annual accounting and taxation
• audit

Outside of work Kayla enjoys the outdoors and cooking.

Email: Kayla.Dean@pkffn.co.nz